Kathleen came into Pilates with sore hips from a desk job and a long commute. She had been hesitant to try Pilates because she was self-conscious about her weight and was afraid that Pilates might hurt. Within three sessions, she said ‘This is fun’ and had much less pain and discomfort when walking and standing. Now, Kathleen smokes less, exercises more, has taken up gardening, and is far more confident with herself. She attends two to three Pilates classes a week. Contact Norah to book a private Pilates class. She will adapt Pilates to your needs and help you feel better.
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Eye Exams for Seniors
People 65 and older are encouraged to have a comprehensive eye exam at least once a year. Eye exams are so important because, as we age, there is a higher risk of eye disease or other conditions that can impair sight. Many conditions have no symptoms which makes regular eye exams even more critical. Eye conditions or problems that can be detected with an eye exam include: *Presbyopia – decreased ability to focus, *Cataracts – distorted or cloudy vision, *Diabetic Retinopathy, *Macular degeneration – central vision loss and *Glaucoma – the “silent thief of sight.” Schedule your eye exam with us today.
Dental Implants for Missing Teeth
If one or more of your teeth are missing, there are a number of ways to replace them. Dental implants may be an alternative to bridges, partials, or complete dentures. A dental implant is an artificial root made of titanium metal that is inserted into the jawbone to replace the root of the natural tooth. An artificial replacement tooth is attached to the implant. The implant acts as an anchor to hold the replacement tooth in place. Dental implants are comfortable and look like natural teeth. For more information about dental implants at our Victoria office, or to book an appointment, give us a call today.
Reiki Really Works
Reiki is an energy healing treatment that works holistically; on the whole body, mind and spirit. Natural healing vibrations are transmitted through the hands of a Reiki practitioner to the body of the recipient. Reiki treatment can relieve stress and pain, induce relaxation, release emotional blockages, accelerate natural healing, balance subtle energies, and support other medical modalities, including traditional therapies. Reputable medical facilities are now offering patients alternative healing programs such as Reiki, and are analyzing the benefits and submitting them for review and compilation. Look at your options on how you can learn Reiki to experience personal healing and also to help others.
Components of a Great Workout
A great workout is a full-body workout that helps you improve energy levels, metabolic rate, strength and endurance. It should provide a wide variety of different exercises to keep you from getting bored, prevent overuse of a specific muscle group and stop your body from getting “used to” certain moves. A mix of circuit and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) style workouts geared towards everyday movement is gold. This combination burns the most calories in the shortest amount of time, plus it is fun and keeps you motivated. You will get this and more at F45 Training.
Warm-Up Before Exercise
With the warmer weather of spring comes an increase in many people’s activity levels. We are more motivated to get out and enjoy the warmer temperatures and the sunshine. An increase in physical activity often increases activity-related injuries and muscle strains. To reduce injuries, try doing some easy warm-up exercises. Lunges, bending forward, arm circles, side bending, and jumping jacks are some great exercises that can warm-up and stretch your muscles before you get going. Post-exercise stretching will also reduce your risk of injury. We are here to help if injuries occur.
Weather Protection
Here on the west coast, March comes in like a lion and brings showers along with it. After a long, dark winter, we want to get outside to enjoy more hours of daylight, so it is important to protect ourselves from the rain. If you ride a scooter, there are accessories available to keep the rain off both you and your ride. Many of these accessories attach to your scooter and include; *canopies, *umbrellas, *rain capes, and *covers. There are also accessories to keep you safe, such as flags and windshields. Please visit our showroom or website to see the full line of accessories.
Relief for Sore and Tired Legs
Do you spend a lot of your day standing or walking? Being on your feet for long periods can cause sore feet, swelling of the legs, varicose veins, general muscular fatigue, and other health problems. VoxxLife socks with HPT technology provide enhanced pain relief and management, better stability and balance, improved mobility and more energy. The Athletic Knee highs with gentle compression reduce swelling, keep muscles warm, increase blood flow in the legs and are comfortable for all wearers. Wool work socks with HPT are ideal for working outdoors and for activities like walking and hiking.
Problem Gambling Awareness Month #PGAM
Let’s talk about offside sports betting (March Madness), compulsive lottery ticket purchases, sneaking into the casino for a quick spin and accidentally overspending, late nights playing online poker, blackjack or slots. Or racking up a parent’s credit card purchasing loot boxes in video games, being at bingo six nights a week. How about Fantasy Pools? Skins betting on the golf course as well as online? Raffles? 50/50 draws, and home lottery raffles? How about the slough of commercials featuring online gambling sites, even more so during sports events? Triggered? Let’s talk about gambling. #PGAM.
Foods for Brain Health
The best foods for supporting memory and brain function are those that encourage good blood flow to the brain. Research suggests the following foods may help keep your brain sharp and improve your cognitive function, memory and alertness. 1) Broccoli, cabbage, and dark leafy greens. Enjoy in salads, wraps and stir-fries. 2) Walnuts. Can be added to salads or oatmeal, or just eaten on their own. 3) Berries and cherries. Can be eaten fresh as a snack or added to oatmeal or baked goods. 4) Omega-3 fatty acids. Can be found in seafood, algae, and fatty fish.
Overcome Physical Employment Barriers
“We’ve learned that we can help people get close to one hundred percent of their physical capability through the use of assistive technology, whether it’s high tech, low tech, software, hardware, or ergonomics,” says Nate Toevs, Marketing Manager for the WorkBC Assistive Technology Services program.
WorkBC Assistive Technology Services is for people who have a barrier to their employment or self-employment activities. The focus is on people with disabilities, but it’s also for people who have an old injury or chronic pain. The program provides funding for assistive technology, ergonomics, restorative supports including canes and crutches, hearing aids, vehicle modifications, and more.
